Visitors to last Friday’s popular Artisan & Farmers Market in Malmesbury had a hoot when an extra special visitor flew in.

Daisy, a European Eagle Owl from the Heathrow Owl Rescue Centre, drew a crowd and lapped up the attention.

The bustling market is proving to be a popular attraction for the town, with a sizzling all day BBQ on site, organic locally grown fruit and vegetables, artisan breads, preserves, cheeses, pies, sweets and unique gifts.

The market’s organisers were thrilled Daisy was such a hit and are planning more fun for half-term week.

You can visit the Malmesbury Artisan & Farmers Market every Friday from 9am-3pm at the Market Cross, just up the Abbey steps from Station Road Car Park.

Anyone interested in running a stall should contact Jack McLeod via jackmcleod-djs@hotmail.co.uk